Ken Forrester Old Vine Reserve Chenin Blanc 2016 Wine Review

Ken Forrester Old Vine Reserve Chenin Blanc 2016

Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa

Community Score:89/100

Community Reviews: 3

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Price: $18.95

Drink: 2018-2022

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: White Wine

Winery: Ken Forrester

Agent: Noble Estates Wines & Spirits Inc.

Natalie's Score: 88/100

This Chenin Blanc produced by Ken Forrester is an elegant South African white wine made from Old Vine Reserve Chenin Blanc grapes. The grapes are hand-picked and sustainably farmed, with no herbicides or pesticides. The vines average 35 years of age. This wine is barrel and tank-fermented then aged on its lees for 9 months to add more richness. Wonderful mouthfeel and smoothness met by crisp acidity on this wine. Clean and fresh like an early spring breeze. Mouth-watering, medium-bodied and crisp. Terrific white peach and floral notes. I continue to be impressed with South African Chenin blanc: it's a lovely change from other whites. Great for after an evening dip in the pool. Quince and orange zest on the finish.

Chenin Blanc food pairings: white fleshed fish, Greek salad, game, grilled pork, salmon tartare served on homemade crisps.

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This Ken Forrester Old Vine Reserve Chenin Blanc 2016 was reviewed on April 14, 2018 by Natalie MacLean

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Carolyn Hetke rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

This is an interesting Chenin Blanc. There is petrol on the nose that gives way to a hint of smoke. It is slightly effervescent on the palate with a citrus note and an acid backbone. There is a trace of oak on the long, lingering finish. But for the hint of sourness on the palate I would have rated this much higher. It would definitely be a great match for seafood and salads. Tasted May 2018

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Ken Forrester Old Vine Reserve Chenin Blanc 2016 Wine Review

Natalie's Score: 88/100

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